Circular Issue 8 | Summer 2024

Circular

Directors Message

Welcome to the 8th edition of CRJ’s circular magazine, detailing our latest news and developments.

On behalf of the CRJ team, we hope that 2024 has proved fruitful thus far, and we wish you every good fortune that this may continue. We are very grateful for your continued support and despite the global challenges, uncertainties and upheavals, CRJ has sustained encouraging growth that we are very thankful for.

We were thrilled to receive the Jenz Dealer of The Year Award for 2023 at the Jenz Dealer Conference in March 2024. This recognition celebrates the dedication of our entire team during our inaugural year as the Jenz Dealer for the UK & Ireland. We extend special gratitude to our customers, both those embarking on a new partnership with CRJ and those beginning a new journey with Jenz.

In our last edition, we mentioned about the growth in demand for the Haas Hybrid machine. I am delighted to share that this growth is still in an upward trend and is paralleled with the continued increase in demand for the Haas Static Electric Machinery. These two types of machines easily facilitate the change from diesel to electric operated shredding. This edition of Circular includes a case study on Billy Bowie Special Project’s, who purchased a HAAS Tyron 2000 E-XL 2.0 static electric from us in 2022. This was the first Haas Static Electric Shredder that we sold into a General Waste Application in the UK, having sold over 50 mobile units into the same application.

It is a nod to the huge work that has been undertaken by our team and our suppliers that we picked up the Sustainability Today award for the ‘Waste, Recycling and Forestry Equipment Company of the year 2024’. We are delighted to receive this accolade and it underlies all the work that has been done to develop our machinery so that CRJ can continue to be Greener Today.

We have placed a large focus on improving our service delivery, by increasing our HGV Fleet with new cutting-edge Volvo Trucks. Furthermore, we have invested in our spare parts warehouse. Our Cheshire site now holds an expansive stock of spare

parts, in excess of £2.5M for all hire and purchased equipment. Allowing delivery within 24hours further reinforces our dedication to providing a premium service to all our clients.

Recently, our team travelled to ScotPlant, Scotland’s largest construction equipment exhibition. On the stand we had a Haas 2000XL 2.0 shredder, equipped with an Air Spectrum Suppression System, designed, tested, and trialled on material containing POP’s. We also had a Pronar MPB 20.55gh Trommel on the stand with an MMAir lights removal system on the oversize. This was our first show in 2024, as we welcome Ifat in May, Hillhead in June, and APF in September.

In conclusion, over the past six months, we’ve warmly welcomed 24 new recruits across all divisions of our company. We extend our best wishes for their smooth transition into their new roles and wish them many years of fulfilling employment and happiness at CRJ.

I hope that you enjoy this edition of Circular and as always, we offer our huge appreciation to our staff, customers, and suppliers, who are an integral part of CRJ’s objective of being the best provider of material processing and recycling equipment in the UK.

Ben McQuaid

Ben McQuaid Sales Director

Smooth Transition for The Woodhorn Group’s Jenz Investment

With an annual compost processing capacity exceeding 100,000 tonnes across three sites, two new Jenz BA 916D shredders play a pivotal role in Woodhorn’s operations.

Established in 1882, The Woodhorn Group is a diversified powerhouse, spanning farming, dairy, waste management, and commercial property. Nestled within refurbished agricultural structures, their business hub thrives on innovation and sustainability. With a crucial focus on waste management, they process green waste to craft topsoil and compost products.

Operating as a unified entity, The Woodhorn Group ensures consistency for their commercial clients, providing a single point of contact across their array of services. Whether handling green waste for local authorities or supplying composted materials for public spaces, customers engage with a seasoned team and a trusted organisation.

How CRJ Services helped

Recognising the value of JENZ equipment, The Woodhorn Group invested in two new Jenz BA 916D shredders to bolster their fleet. Highly durable with a high tractive force, the JENZ offers unique flexibility: One rotor for everything. In addition, this shredder is equipped with an Impact Protection System (IPS), designed to detect foreign objects and prevent consequential damage, making it particularly suited for Woodhorns operations.

At CRJ Services, our commitment to customer satisfaction and attentively addressing their business needs played a crucial role in facilitating The Woodhorn Group’s investment in JENZ equipment.

The JENZ BA916D is a diesel driven, high-speed shredder, ideal for the shredding of organic waste, wood, biomass and tree roots. These highspeed shredders are operator friendly and easy to maintain.

Available to hire and buy from CRJ Services.

Jenz BA916D

Jenz BA916 Scan to connect

Billy Bowie goes green.

Billy Bowie Special Projects Ltd is the UK’s waste management experts. Adding the HAAS Tyron 2000 E-XL 2.0 to their fleet of machinery now allows them to operate to the highest standards of efficiency and safety.

From emptying underground interceptors to controlling surface water, Billy Bowie Special Projects can offer collection, treatment, or disposal throughout the UK.

Having successfully applied for and secured a waste management contract, the need for a static shredder became apparent. In response to this requirement, Willie Patterson reached out to CRJ. Following thorough discussions around their operations and processes, a consensus was reached that the HAAS Tyron 2000 E-XL 2.0 static electric option perfectly aligned with their needs.

How CRJ Services helped.

Within the proposal, a static solution complete with detailed drawings was presented to the decision makers at Billy Bowie. The shredder was to be installed within their processing building, seamlessly integrating into their existing process operations and machinery.

HAAS Tyron 2000 E-XL 2.0

The HAAS Tyron 2000 E-XL 2.0 is an electric static pre-shredder, ideal for the shredding of commercial and industrial waste, mattresses, paper/cardboard, tyres, and more. These highspeed shredders are tailored to your operational requirements, and are easy to maintain.

Available to buy from CRJ Services.

When considering a shredder, we committed ourselves to going electric. As a company, we are striving to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.

After discussing our specifications with CRJ, we knew the HAAS Tyron 2000 E-XL 2.0 was the right machine for our operations.

After a considerable passage of time, the machine and after sale service has exceeded our expectations.

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Willie Patterson Facilities manager at Billy Bowie Special Projects LTD

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East, Scotland and Ireland 07500 014255

In the market for a used machine?

HAAS Tyron 2.0

Slow Speed Shredder (YOM 2019)

Price: £130,000.00 (excl VAT)

Doppstadt SM518 Profi

Trommel Screener (YOM 2010)

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Steelweld ECS1500

Eddy Current Seperator (YOM 2019)

Price: £90,000.00 (Excl VAT)

JENZ HEM 582

Wood Chipper (YOM 2010)

Price: £115,000.00 (excl VAT)

Arjes VZ750

Slow Speed Shredder (YOM 2019)

Price: £145,000.00 (Excl VAT)

All of our used machinery have been quality checked by our expert heavy plant mechanics to ensure they are in good working condition.

Scan to view full range of used machines, ready to purchase.

Setting ‘hire’ standards

CRJ Services is committed to helping the UK and Ireland recycle. We supply waste management and forestry companies, as well as local authorities with top-quality machinery, and hire solutions.

With over 130 machines within our hire fleet, we can help you shred, screen, sort and wash your waste streams. This enables efficient extraction of value and the production of clean, in-spec products, which in many cases would otherwise be sent to landfill.

The CRJ Hire fleet comprises slow-speed waste shredders, high-speed shredders, trommels screeners, deck screeners, picking stations, eddy current separators, density separators and water baths.

We have been dealing with CRJ for many years. They run a very good service with good machines and quick service if you ever have a break down, so why go anywhere else, would definitely recommend them.

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Kiel Porter Operations Manager Amey Cespa Ltd

Machines serviced and available to hire

HAAS Tyron 2000XL 2.0

Twin-shaft, slow-speed shredder

Applications: Biomass, Heavy Duty & Household Waste, Metals, Organic Waste, Paper & Cardboard, and more.

Pronar MPB 20.55gh

Trommel screener

Applications: Biomass, Heavy Duty & Household Waste, Metals, Organic Waste, Paper & Cardboard, and more.

JENZ BA926D

Diesel driven, high-speed shredder.

Applications: Biomass, Organic Waste, Tree Roots, Wood.

McCloskey R155

Mobile deck screener

Biomass, Heavy Duty & Household Waste, Organic Waste, Sand, Tyres, Wood, and more.

Bruce BWB120

Compact, mobile water bath.

Applications: Aggregates, Heavy Duty Waste, Sand, Trommel Fines, and more.

All of our machines are available on short and long term hire throughout the whole of the UK and Ireland.

Scan to view full range of machines available to hire.

Enhancing Delivery Efficiency with our Upgraded HGV Fleet

Our new fleet guarantees enhanced performance and efficiency to our heavy haulage operations, further solidifying our commitment to delivering top quality service to our clients

Investing in our Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) fleet is a strategic move to ensure optimal uptime and productivity, ultimately leading to improved delivery timelines for our customers. Our fleet is now fully compliant with Euro 6 and DVS standards, guaranteeing efficient delivery of the right machinery to customers within the UK and Ireland.

We view our trucks, not just as transportation vehicles, but as mobile marketing tools. That’s why we invest in top-quality vehicles that match the excellence of the machinery they carry. This underscores our commitment to delivering a seamless experience to our customers, minimising the risk of unexpected breakdowns that could disrupt scheduled deliveries.

Moreover, our dedication extends to our team of fully trained drivers who handle machine handovers directly to customers. This proactive approach reduces downtime waiting for engineers and maximises productivity for our customers, all while ensuring compliance with evolving road transport regulations.

Furthermore, we offer specialised 65-tonne HGVs with a maximum payload of 42 tonnes, tailored for tracked machinery transportation. Additionally, we have two rigid vehicles dedicated to towing wheeled mobile plants to customer sites.

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As well as integrating these vehicles into our fleet, we have also been accredited with FORS Bronze Accreditation, further enhancing our ability to meet the diverse needs of our clients while maintaining our commitment to innovation and excellence in service delivery.

Joe Symons

CRJ Product & Transport Manager

Helping you to minimise running costs

CRJ Parts offers both genuine OEM and high-quality aftermarket parts for recycling and waste management machinery, ensuring delivery within 24 hours

We’ve partnered closely with reputable manufacturers to craft a line of spare and wear parts that combine affordability with top-notch quality. These components are designed for use in cutting-edge shredders, screeners, and sorting equipment.

Moreover, by representing world renowned brands such as HAAS, PRONAR, JENZ, and more, we offer a diverse selection of OEM parts and high quality aftermarket parts.

All our wear parts have undergone extensive testing in our hire fleet of over 130 machines for several years. We do this to ensure we only provide our customers with the highest quality products.

Contact our Parts Sales Team (left to right), Alan Atherton (Senior Parts Manager), Matt Chesworth and Gary Molloy (Part Sales Advisors) on parts@crjservices.co.uk or call 01565 723 886.

Andrew Millson Down to Earth Recycling Ltd.

CRJ News

Charity Fundraiser for Cancer Research UK

Mike Barlow, once part of the CRJ team, now one of our trusty sub-contractors went onto make a full recovery from stage 4 laryngectomy cancer.

Raised for Cancer Research

With such a powerful testimony Mike used his passion for motocross biking in support of Cancer Research UK. Through ‘Just Giving,’ over £2000 has been raised, with contributions from CRJ and several team members.

Community investment CRJ sponsors local rugby team

CRJ had the opportunity to sponsor the training and post-match rugby kit for the Woolston Rovers Rugby League U15 team jerseys. Last year, the team made it to the National Cup semi-finals and the Lancashire Cup final. Additionally, the team boasts 5 boys with scholarships and players in the Warrington Wolves and Leigh Leopards pathways.

Jedeon Swanepoel, son of Deon Swanepoel (CRJ Plant Mechanic Team Leader), is part of this highly talented squad.

CRJ Services Receives Renewed

in People’ Silver Accreditation

CRJ Services have steadily continued to grow and evolve as a company since 1999. As a specialist waste, recycling and forestry equipment solutions provider, our people are what makes CRJ successful. We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded silver accreditation against the Investors in People (IIP) in recognition of our commitment to high performance through excellent people management.

Scotplant 2024

On the 22nd-23rd April 2024, CRJ Services returned to Scotplant, meeting customers old and new. Visitors had the chance to view the highly rated HAAS Tyron 2000XL, Pronar MPB 20.55gh and more.

Scotland is a key market for CRJ Services, with long established relationships with many recycling and waste management companies across the country.

Since welcoming Pronar machines to our portfolio in 2023, we took the chance to showcase one of our Pronar Trommels with the MM Air attachment. While the PRONAR MPB 20.55gh mobile drum screen effectively sorts components of different sizes, the MM Air minimises or eliminates the need for manual sorting, enhancing the quality of processed materials. In short, by combining the MM Air with the Pronar Trommel, our solution expedites the work process and enhances profitability.

On the right of our stand, we had the ever popular HAAS Tyron 2000XL slow-speed shredder on show, which generated a lot of interest from visitors looking to either hire or purchase the machine.

In collaboration with Air Spectrum, CRJ Services has looked at a novel dust suppression method when shredding toxic waste that may contain POPs. Tailor-made

for each HAAS machine, the Air Spectrum Jetstream, (shown on our stand) are built bespoke to each HAAS unit and are compatible with the HAAS static and mobile shredder range.

Companies seeking solutions to combat Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP’s ) when shredding waste, has prompted CRJ to search for an innovative, pro-active approach.

Aside from the mobile equipment on show, we also had a range of OEM spare and wear parts, on display. It was great to have constructive conversations with new and existing customers on how we can further support them with their parts requirements for some of the industry’s leading equipment.

We would like to thank everyone who came to see us. If you would like more information on any of the machines, accessories or parts that were on show at Scotplant, please contact enquiries@crjservices.co.uk.

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Overall my team have a great attitude and work ethic. Speaking on behalf of the whole team, the best part of the day is catching up, where there is no shortage of banter.

Deon Swanepoel Heavy Plant Mechanic & Team Leader

New Appointments: Welcoming Global Talent

Presenting our newest international team members, who together bring over a century of combined experience to the table. Based in our workshops, our new South African mechanics service and maintain all our machines that go out for hire.

Deon Swanepoel

Thabazimbi, Limpopo

Team Leader & Heavy Plant Mechanic

Experience: Master Fitter & Project Planner for an international mining company.

Favourite machine to service: Haas Tyron 2000 XL.

Charles Jansen Van Vuuren

Thabazimbi, Limpopo Heavy Plant Mechanic/Machine Inspector

Experience: Maintenance inspector and Quality controller within the cement manufacturing industry.

Favourite machine to service: No favourites, I enjoy working on all of them.

Francois Pratt

Secunda, Mpumalanga Heavy Plant Mechanic

Experience: Electrician & Electrical Foreman within the mining sector.

Favourite machine to service: Haas Tyron 2000 XL.

Stian Mostert

Worcester, Western Cape Heavy Plant Mechanic

Experience: Fabricator and Machinist for a large biomass woodchipper company .

Favourite machine to service: Haas Tyron 2000 XL.

Marius Neveling

Rustenburg, North West Heavy Plant Mechanic

Experience: Site Manager, responsible for projects and maintenance for an international mining company.

Favourite machine to service: Pronar MPB 20.55gh

Waste Index Report 2024

The latest CRJ Report has found that recycling in England is at a 10 year low. Why is less household waste being recycled, and will the ‘Simpler Recycling Plan’ be enough to reverse the trend?

England faces a recycling crisis as rates hit a 10-year low, raising concerns about sustainability. The CRJ Waste Index Report pinpointed confusion among residents about what can be recycled, compounded by inconsistent practices across regions.

To address this, the government introduced the Simpler Recycling plan, aiming for uniform recycling collections nationwide. However, recent data from Defra shows a worrying decline in household recycling, raising doubts about the plan’s

Recycling Stagnation: Are We Hitting Limits?

Despite efforts, household recycling rates in England have plateaued at around 42% to 44% since 2011. This suggests a potential limit to the country’s

Finding Hope in Reduced Waste

On a positive note, English households are generating less waste overall. Although recycling rates have dropped, there’s been a decrease in landfill-bound waste, hinting at shifts in consumer behaviour and environmental consciousness.

Regional Disparities Complicate Matters

Recycling performance varies widely across regions, with some areas excelling while others struggle. While affluent places like South Oxfordshire boast rates over 60%, London faces challenges with lower rates and higher incineration levels. The Promise and Challenges of Simpler Recycling

The Promise and Challenges of Simpler Recycling

The Simpler Recycling plan aims to standardise practices and boost recycling nationwide. However, funding constraints and concerns about affordability pose obstacles. Changing consumer behaviour also requires education and sustained commitment.

Preparing for Change

As England gears up for Simpler Recycling, local authorities must navigate funding uncertainties and prioritise long-term sustainability. CRJ Services offers support with recycling solutions, ready to advance the nation’s recycling agenda with a range of equipment and partnerships.

QSHE Report

Over the last 24 months, CRJ has seen a dramatic decrease in workplace accident absence and lost days due to the increase in accident reporting across the board.

Since the arrival of our QSHE (Quality, Safety, Health, and Environment) Compliance Manager Simon Heywood, our commitment to enhancing health and safety at CRJ has reached new heights, particularly in the realm of reporting.

This concerted effort has not only led to a surge in accident reporting—encouraging everyone to report incidents, no matter how minor—but has also yielded a remarkable outcome: a significant drop in workplace accident absence and lost days.

Nonconformance Reporting

In addition to the near miss reporting the emphasis on internal auditing which enabled CRJ Services to gain ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 accreditations in 2022 has vastly improved the closure of nonconformances.

Whats next for CRJ?

CRJ is looking to expand on certain areas to ensure we maintain the highest possible level of health and safety, including psychosocial well-being and developing our environmental social governance goals to name a few.

Waste, Recycling & Forestry Equipment Company of the Year

We are delighted to receive the Waste, Recycling & Forestry Equipment Company of the Year from Sustainability Today. We have worked really hard to turn CRJ into the fantastic specialist business it is today. Going forward, both short and long term, we believe there’s a lot of areas of growth that we can move into across additional products and untapped geographical areas, so watch this space!

Ali Wennell HR & Business Support Manager